What's New News Summary

District 39 Schools Closed – Friday, Jan. 23

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 19:50:00 GMT

Registration for 2026-27 Academic Year Opens Jan. 20!

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:18:00 GMT

Back to School!

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 20:25:00 GMT

Welcome back!

Harper Named One of Apple Distinguished Schools for 2023-26

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 17:40:00 GMT

District 39 is thrilled to announce that all four of its elementary schools (Central, Harper, McKenzie, and Romona) have been recognized as Apple Distinguished Schools for 2023-26. Today’s announcement comes on the heels of Highcrest Middle School and Wilmette Junior High School earning the recognition last year, meaning all six District 39 schools are now Apple Distinguished Schools.

Jackie Brennan Approved as Next Principal at Harper

Fri, 05 May 2023 18:59:00 GMT

After an extensive and thorough selection process, Wilmette Public Schools District 39 is pleased to announce Jackie Brennan as the next Principal of Harper Elementary School.

KEEP Presentation Jan. 18, 2023

Thu, 19 Jan 2023 15:25:00 GMT

If you were unable to attend the KEEP presentation on Jan. 18, 2023, you can check it out here!

Harper Awarded Renewable Energy Grant

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 14:10:00 GMT

Harper Elementary is one of five District 39 schools that have been awarded a grant from the Illinois Clean Energy Community Foundation as part of its K-12 Solar Schools program, which fosters the teaching of science, math, technology, and the environment through the use of solar panels to create energy.

The Illinois 5Essentials - All District 39 Parent/Family Survey

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 20:28:00 GMT

As a District 39 parent/family, you have an opportunity to share your thoughts on the important elements of school effectiveness about your child’s school.